Do you have children aged 7 to 13 years old and want them to have a healthier lifestyle?

MEND is a fun free course for families with children aged 7 to 13 whose weight is above the healthy range for their age and height. It runs twice a week after school in two-hour sessions over 10 weeks.

MEND supports change4life messages through helping children and families manage their weight better and lead healthier lives through a healthy lifestyle programme. It was developed by child health experts and research shows it really works. With the support of their parents or carers, children learn how to improve their health, fitness and the way they feel about their bodies.

If your family joins a MEND 7-13 Programme, we will teach you about nutrition and how to eat a balanced diet. We'll also help you learn how to be more active, and show you some clever mind tricks to help you keep up your motivation. We will help you make changes gradually so you can stick to your new healthy lifestyle and show you skills to change your attitudes towards food and exercise so you can feel fitter, healthier and happier – for good.

New courses starting May 2012

14 May 2012: Penllergaer Primary School, Mondays and Wednesdays 5.00pm - 7.00pm

15 May 2012: Cefn Hengoed Community School, Tuesdays and Thursdays 5.00pm - 7.00pm

For more information please contact Paul Whapham on 01792 635219 or Leanne Jenkins on 01792 635706.